Key Highlights
- The New Jersey Devils will face the Minnesota Wild in their first home game of a three-game series.
- Kirill Kaprizov is a key offensive player for the Minnesota Wild, with an 8-year, $136 million contract extension.
- Nico Daws will start in goal for the Devils after Jake Allen played against Toronto yesterday.
- The New Jersey Devils defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs by a score of 5-2 and are currently on a five-game winning streak.
Game Preview: Minnesota Wild @ New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils will host the Minnesota Wild in their first home game of a three-game series, looking to continue their recent success. The Devils have won their last five games and are riding high after defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Wednesday night.
Key Players and Storylines
Kirill Kaprizov, a key offensive player for the Minnesota Wild, has been performing exceptionally well this season. He signed an eight-year, $136 million contract extension in September, breaking down to an annual average value of $17 million. His offensive contributions have already been evident, with five goals and five assists through his first seven games.
The Devils will need to closely watch Kaprizov’s play if they hope to secure a victory.
His nickname “The Thrill” is well-earned, given his ability to make game-breaking plays. Limiting the damage he can do on the ice will be crucial for New Jersey.
Nico Daws in Goal
Nico Daws will start between the pipes for the Devils after Jake Allen played last night against Toronto. This marks his first NHL regular season game since April 16, 2025, a loss to the Detroit Red Wings by a score of 5-2. With a full roster in front of him tonight and currently firing on all cylinders, Daws has an opportunity to secure his first win of the season.
Former Devils players such as Nathan Bastian, Erik Haula, Tomas Tatar, Kurtis MacDermid, Curtis Lazar, Nolan Foote, and Justin Dowling were not part of this current roster, highlighting the significant changes since Daws’ last game. The return to form for Nico Daws will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
Game Time and Broadcast
The puck drop is set for 7:00 PM EST on Thursday, October 26, 2025. The game can be viewed on MSGSN (New York) and heard via Devils Hockey Radio. Fans are encouraged to tune in to support their team as they aim to extend their winning streak.
With the upcoming challenge of facing a potent offensive player like Kirill Kaprizov, the Devils will need to maintain their recent form if they hope to secure a victory against the Minnesota Wild.
The game promises to be an exciting affair and is sure to provide plenty of highlights for both teams and fans alike.
The New Jersey Devils are coming off a strong performance in Toronto and will look to build on that momentum. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild seek to end their current road trip with back-to-back wins before returning home for a six-game homestand.
